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Five Main Types of Advance Medical Directives: An Overview (Pt. 1)

March 25, 2015 Posted In Estate Planning,Medical Directives,Powers of Attorney,Wills

While every adult in the U.S. is entitled to refuse or consent to medical care, knowing what a specific adult individual would prefer for health care can be difficult in the event that adult becomes incapacitated. Do you know what advance medical directives are and how they can be important? If you are unsure or…

Powers of Attorney FAQs (Pt. 3)

March 5, 2015 Posted In Powers of Attorney

Wrapping up our blog series Powers of Attorney FAQs, below are some more answers about this essential aspect of estate planning. Additional Answers about Powers of Attorney Q: Can I change powers of attorney in the future? When you are ready to take action and put some powers of attorney in place, contact a trusted…

Powers of Attorney FAQs (Pt. 1)

February 25, 2015 Posted In Powers of Attorney

Powers of attorney can be effective and necessary estate planning tools, as they protect people in the event of incapacitation in the future. Given that there are different types of powers of attorney, and that the best options for someone will depend on his situation, in this three-part blog series, we will respond to some…

Estate Planning for Your Special Needs Child: Here’s What You Should Know (Pt. 3)

February 5, 2015 Posted In Asset Protection,Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney,Trusts,Wills

Concluding our blog series Estate Planning for Your Special Needs Child: Here’s What You Should Know, below we will take a closer look at what estate planning documents you may want to put in place now if you do not already have them. Estate Planning for Your Special Needs Child: What You May Need in…

Six Mistakes to Avoid When Developing a Power of Attorney (Pt. 3)

July 15, 2014 Posted In Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney

Here is the conclusion to our three-part blog 6 Mistakes to Avoid When Developing a Power of Attorney. Power of Attorney Mistake 5 – Not Creating Any Power of Attorney When you are ready to develop a power of attorney that meets your needs and wishes, contact the Denver estate planning attorneys at Colorado Estate…

Six Mistakes to Avoid When Developing a Power of Attorney (Pt. 1)

July 5, 2014 Posted In Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney

Powers of attorney are essential components of any comprehensive estate plan, as they provide specific plans for what should be done in the event that person becomes incapacitated in the future. While powers of attorney can be tailored to a person’s specific needs and wishes, they can range from being very limited in their powers…

Estate Planning Documents That Many Can Use

April 25, 2014 Posted In Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney,Wills

Colorado individuals may exercise more control over their assets and other arrangements when they take a proactive step by establishing an estate plan. This often consists of several documents that work together to provide greater control over the person’s estate, finances and health. Estate planning commonly starts with a last will and testament. This document…

Common Mistakes Made in Wills

February 28, 2014 Posted In Creditors and Probate,Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney,Probate, Estate, & Trust Administration,Wills

When creating an estate plan in Colorado, creating a will is usually one of the first things to be done. It’s usually meant to preserve the peace of mind of family members and loved ones, but if not drawn up properly, it can become more hurtful than helpful. There are a few common mistakes that…

Estate Planning Should Be Done Early

September 24, 2013 Posted In Asset Protection,Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney,Wills

Estate planning is often associated with retirement, but getting affairs in order earlier in life can ensure that an individual is prepared for life’s uncertainties. Regardless of how much a person is worth, they should begin the process of estate planning as soon as possible. Especially for those with young children, setting a financial plan…

Certain Documents Should Accompany Every Estate Plan

September 13, 2013 Posted In Asset Protection,Estate Planning,Estate Taxes,Medical Directives,Powers of Attorney,Trusts,Wills

Planning for one’s death is never pleasant; however, as many Colorado residents may already know, it is often a fact of life. This is especially true when there are numerous assets that must be given away as part of one’s estate. An authority on the subject in a recent piece provided some guidance on which…

Include Provisions for Aging in Estate Planning

August 23, 2013 Posted In Asset Protection,Estate Planning,Medical Directives,Powers of Attorney,Wills

People in Colorado who are engaged in their estate planning might want to include provisions denoting how they want their estates handled if they become unable to make financial decisions themselves in their living wills. Because more and more Americans are living longer, it is more important than ever now for people to plan for…

Estate Planning is A Key Part Of Retirement

April 19, 2013 Posted In Estate Planning,Powers of Attorney,Trusts,Wills

Colorado residents expecting to retire in the next year should start planning for it. Retirement is something many individuals spend much of their lives looking forward to, but for people to be able to enjoy it, they should prepare accordingly. To ensure that retirement is relatively free of stress and that one’s future is taken…